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### Question: What are the symptoms of Body dysmorphic disorder?
### Response: Symptoms can vary according to which body part (or parts) are targeted, but general symptoms of BDD include:
Thinking about the perceived defect for hours every day Worrying about their failure to match the physical perfection of models and celebrities Distress about their preoccupation Constantly asking trusted loved ones for reassurance about their looks, but not believing the answer Constantly looking at their reflection or taking pains to avoid catching their reflection (for example, throwing away or covering up mirrors) Constant dieting and overexercising Grooming to excess (for example, shaving the same patch of skin over and over) Avoiding any situation they feel will call attention to their defect. In extreme cases, this can mean never leaving home Taking great pains to hide or camouflage the defect Squeezing or picking at skin blemishes for hours on end Wanting dermatological treatment or cosmetic surgery, even when professionals believe the treatment is unnecessary Repeat cosmetic surgery procedures, especially if the same body part is being improved with each procedure Depression and anxiety, including suicidal thoughts.